Bamberton Provincial Park Campground

Smaller nice Provincial campground.

We spent 4 nights here in June 2020. Campground was full over weekend (lots of families with kids enjoying themselves on bikes). Campground a lot quieter during mid-week. Very quiet at night. Park operators very nice and friendly. Location ideal for exploring Victoria area (30-40 minute drive), Mill Bay (5 minutes), Shawnigan Lake (30 minutes).

Trail to beach is a long way down (and back up again). Do-able, but be forewarned. You can also drive to the Day-use area for better access.

We would definitely stay here again.

Had Telus cell service.

Our site (48) was small, and a tight turn for parking small trailer. It was at the back of campground, so quiet area and we would chose it again.

Friendly staff, clean facilities. Very quiet except for one campers barking dogs. Staff talked with that site, problem solved.
Close to hiking and biking trails, Spectacle, and Shawnigan lakes. Day use area with a rocky beach just a short bike or walk away. Mill Bay has stores and restaurants. West Coast Fish n Chips was an excellent choice for dinner on our first night.